Month: May 2013

I tried Rhubarb Pie with Swedish Vanilla Sauce only once before now. I was actually in Sweden! so it tasted much better of course being in an exciting foreign land. I wanted to reminisce and have some nostalgic moments, so I tried to recreate what I remembered it to taste like. Here is what I…

I ran into this funny advertisement online and had to share it with you all…and who knew K-Mart would be so clever!? I am probably the last one to see this; however, ha..that’s how it is when you don’t have cable I guess:)

Mary’s Trattoria is a cute little gem that happens to be quite charming, tasty, AND less than a mile from where I live! I’m glad to say they made a great first impression. I will be back soon to try their Eggplant Parmesan and Pesto Ravioli (and Tortellini). They make their pasta from scratch and…

I’ve tried three now: Hibiscus, Citrus, and Lavender. The next flavor I want to try is called Bilberry. They’re all interestingly tasty, but the smell is not so pleasant. It is kind of pricey too (around $3.50/bottle). It suggests to drink one every day, but that would be a pretty hefty investment. There are some…

This is an annual festival of herbs and a celebration of spring that occurs every March that makes Sand Springs, OK very proud. I enjoy this day when I can make it out here. One year ago I was here just prior to going on my five month rv escapade and couldn’t buy anything I…

Grilled Peach Salad with candied almonds and pistachios Before prepping nuts and dressing, sliver generous amount of red onions and soak 30-60 minutes in ice water to cut the intensity and crisp up the texture of the onion. Combine all just at serving time arranging the peaches on top. Candied Nuts 1/4 c water 2…

Look closely…and you’ll find those are purple potatoes! These were delicious flash fried and added to my white corn breakfast tacos (La Tortilla Factory is the only corn taco brand I buy after discovering them up north last year). I also made some avocado mango crema and homemade salsa to top them off. Note: Please…

Tonight I was craving this with the change of weather being cold and rainy and decided to warm up with some beans and a good romance flick, Nights in Rodanthe. Can’t go wrong with a Nicolas Sparks novel movie. Kale Salad-with tomato and a spicy lemon vinaigrette Lemon Mustard Vinaigrette 1 T French Dijon Mustard…